Ten Tips for Getting the Most Out of Phone, Video and Web Conferencing - Slide 7

You may think your voice is distinctive, but it’s not always easy to tell who’s talking. Encourage everyone to introduce themselves before they speak. Also, be sure to acknowledge someone who joins midway through the call.

No doubt about it, today’s technology can make distance irrelevant. As the workforce becomes more dispersed and companies recognize the cost savings of connecting remotely, phone, video and Web conferencing – and especially, applications like Skype – are growing in popularity. It can be difficult, however, to know how to interact with colleagues and business contacts who are in different locations. Follow these tips provided by Robert Half to stay on the up-and-up.